Safety (MSDS) data for hexane

General

Synonyms: n-hexane, normal hexane
Molecular formula: C₆H₁₄
CAS No: 110-54-3
EC No: 203-777-6
EC Index No: 601-037-00-0

Physical data

Appearance: colourless liquid
Melting point: -95 C
Boiling point: 69 C
Vapour density: 3 (air = 1)
Vapour pressure: 132 mm Hg at 20 C
Specific gravity: 0.659
Flash point: -10 F
Explosion limits: 1.2% - 7.7%
Autoignition temperature: 453 F

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with oxidising agents, chlorine, fluorine, magnesium perchlorate. Highly flammable. Readily forms explosive mixtures with air. Note low flash point.

Toxicology

May cause impaired fertility. Harmful by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption. Irritant. May cause CNS depression. Prolonged exposure may cause serious health damage.

Toxicity data
(The meaning of any abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
ORL-RAT LD50 28700 mg kg^-1
IHL-RAT LC50 48000 ppm/4h

Risk phrases
(The meaning of any risk phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
R11 R20 R36 R37 R38 R48 R62.

R11 Highly flammable
R20 Harmful by inhalation
R36 Irritating to eyes.
R37 Irritating to respiratory system.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R48 Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure.
R62 Risk of impaired fertility.

Personal protection

Safety glasses. Effective ventilation.

Safety phrases
(The meaning of any safety phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
S16 S36 S37 S39 S45 S53.

S16 Keep away from sources of ignition
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
S37 Wear suitable gloves.
S39 Wear eye / face protection. 
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) 
S49 Keep only in the original container.  

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